International Business Payments Made Simple
Join over 1.5 million SMEs using WorldFirst for international payments into 200+ markets including US, China, Malaysia and beyond. Source on 1688.com and manage team spend with World Card – all from one free platform.
Trusted by Singapore businesses of all sizes
Faster, cheaper
access to your most important suppliers
Skip the SWIFT payments. From Singapore to Malaysia to China, US and beyond, suppliers can receive payments same-day* - or transfers instantly to 1688.com and the 150,000+ Chinese suppliers already using WorldFirst.
WorldFirst's local currency accounts means local transfers are cheaper and faster. No intermediaries, no delays, no hidden bank markups.
Built for Singaporean businesses
trading internationally
Pay 1688 suppliers instantly — and save 30-40% on product sourcing
WorldFirst is the official payment partner to 1688.com. That means you can pay suppliers in CNY instantly — direct to supplier bank accounts without the tedious documentation, and without the 3%+ fees card payments may charge. Access products 30-40% cheaper than Alibaba and Taobao with lower MOQs.
Pay Chinese and Malaysian suppliers without double FX fees
Converting SGD to USD, then suppliers having to convert USD to RMB or MYR? That's double FX fees on every supplier payment — and it's eating profit margins. WorldFirst gives you local RMB (CNH) and MYR accounts with local bank details so you can pay Chinese and Malaysian suppliers directly in their currency. Transfers clear faster. Fees disappear. Your margin stays intact. And you get greater negotiation power.
Earn money every time you spend on ads, SaaS, and travel
Plus, World Card gives you 0% FX fees when paying in foreign currencies. Issue cards for your whole team. Set spending controls. And manage everything from one dashboard. Stop losing margin on operational costs and start earning it back.
*Credit card coming soon
About WorldFirst
WorldFirst is one of the business pillars of Ant International, along with other innovative solutions: Alipay+, Antom, and Bettr.
Local Support for Global Ambition
Multilingual support
Local teams in 20+ regions, fluent in 11+ languages, provide tailored guidance wherever you trade.
Fast, reliable service
Phone and chat typically answered within 60 seconds and emails within 24 hours.
Payment expertise
We also partner with leading banks and have 60+ international licenses to make sure your money is safeguarded.
Hear from Our Customers
Simply the best
I would choose them again without hesitation. The issue was resolved very quickly, and the customer service is extremely helpful!
Mr Vitalij Gurkov, February 05
I have used Worldfirst for many years…
I have found the service to be very good. Transactions have always gone without a problem.
peter carmichael, January 17
Wow! What rapid and helpful support
Silly me used wrong login and hit problems but got quick responses and help very soon.
Mo Reardon, February 08
Simply the best
I would choose them again without hesitation. The issue was resolved very quickly, and the customer service is extremely helpful!
Mr Vitalij Gurkov, February 05
I have used Worldfirst for many years…
I have found the service to be very good. Transactions have always gone without a problem.
peter carmichael, January 17
Wow! What rapid and helpful support
Silly me used wrong login and hit problems but got quick responses and help very soon.
Mo Reardon, February 08
Google Reviews 4.8
Kha*** Suk***
Nov 2025
New
Ms. Irene was very helpful and polite to address my questions and concerns and ensured that my issue is resolved and Iam 100% happy before the call was disconnected. Really appreciate her patience and strong skills which came handy for the resolution. Thank you very much Irene for your support.
Nav** Nat******
Dec 2025
New
Ms. Irene was very helpful and polite to address my questions and concerns and ensured that my issue is resolved and Iam 100% happy before the call was disconnected. Really appreciate her patience and strong skills which came handy for the resolution. Thank you very much Irene for your support.
zou** cou****
Jan 2026
New
I had a great experience with WorldFirst. Jordan Lim from Customer Service assisted me promptly and professionally throughout the account verification process. Highly recommended!
Kha*** Suk***
Nov 2025
New
Kenneth from customer care was very very helpful. He is knowledgeable and understands the pain points of the customers.
Nav** Nat******
Dec 2025
New
Ms. Irene was very helpful and polite to address my questions and concerns and ensured that my issue is resolved and Iam 100% happy before the call was disconnected. Really appreciate her patience and strong skills which came handy for the resolution. Thank you very much Irene for your support.
zou** cou****
Jan 2026
New
I had a great experience with WorldFirst. Jordan Lim from Customer Service assisted me promptly and professionally throughout the account verification process. Highly recommended!
